State law requires the parent or guardian to notify the school of the specific reason of absence. Absence notes should be turned in to the attendance office within 72 hours from the date the student was absent. All school absences must be verified in person, by phone or by written note. Board policy requires a doctor’s note after 14 excused absences for illness. In the event of an absence of more than two days, the school should be notified of the expected date the child will return to school.